#rivian

#rivian

This was the 10th year that the auto firm has conducted its study. Based on the raw scores of automakers in the survey, Tesla was the clear winner with a rating of 873 points out of 1,000. As noted in a CarUp report, Tesla's ratings was more than twice as much as veteran automakers like Volkswagen or Toyota, which scored 432 and 436 points, respectively.

The Rivian Adventure Network is retrofitting over 400 DC fast chargers in the U.S. to support Tesla's NACS connectors, enhancing compatibility for EVs.

Rivian plans to resume prep-work on its Georgia factory in August after receiving a $6.6 billion approval from the Department of Energy for construction funding.

Also Inc., the micromobility startup spun out of Rivian earlier this year, has raised $200 million from Greenoaks Capital, bringing its valuation to $1 billion.

Rivian's 2026 Quad-Motor pickup truck and SUV offer 1,025 horsepower, 1,198 pound-feet of torque, and rapid acceleration from 0-60 mph in under 2.5 seconds.

Amazon is developing AI software for humanoid robots to deliver packages, operating from Rivian vans, with real-world tests starting soon.

Rivian targets environmentally friendly, outdoorsy family buyers, while Tesla caters to tech-focused consumers with a futuristic, immersive showroom experience.

The trade restrictions and what we're seeing in terms of rare earth metals out of China, that's a real challenge for electric vehicles.